{"product_id":"designing-libraries-for-the-21st-century","title":"Designing Libraries for the 21st Century","description":"The 21st century has seen a transformational shift in the design of college and research libraries, one focused more on user experience and engagement than on collections. Dramatic changes in library design have been driven by changes in the core functions of universities and colleges: the reliance on digital tools and content, integration of technologies into pedagogy and research, and emphasis on the active and social aspects of learning, inclusion, and community engagement. Planning for these vibrant spaces needs to incorporate new program and staffing strategies, robust technical infrastructure, human-centered design, and flexibility to enable ongoing change.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eDesigning Libraries for the 21st Century \u003c\/i\u003eexplores these trends and identifies promising strategies for new or renovated library space. The book features an impressive array of authors drawn largely from the conference of the same name, providing guidance, principles, and a wealth of creative ideas for spaces, technology, programs, and partnerships. Twenty-nine chapters packed with full color images and illustrations explore these themes:\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e 21st-Century Academic Libraries in an Evolving Environment \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Aligning with the Institutional Vision \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Working with Architects, Designers, and Planners \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Key Issues in Planning \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Collaborations and Convergence \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Leadership, Organizational Change, and New Staff Roles \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Programming for Research, Learning, and Community \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Looking Ahead  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e Often major building projects focus primarily on the physical facility, but this volume makes the case for designing libraries in a much more holistic fashion. Today all types of libraries are engaged in reimagining their roles and the spatial design through which this new vision will be realized.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Both inspirational and practical, \u003ci\u003eDesigning Libraries for the 21st Century\u003c\/i\u003e is a must read for librarians, architects, planners, academic leaders, and anyone interested in the future of libraries.","brand":"Association of College \u0026 Research Libraries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56591948349784,"sku":"9780838936764","price":197.16,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/1295\/4195\/files\/9780838936764_711c4cfb-3bad-4e76-a02a-4d893b79e667.jpg?v=1778769021","url":"https:\/\/agendabookshop.com\/products\/designing-libraries-for-the-21st-century","provider":"Agenda Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}